3M Fashion Design Competition

Here are pictures from the 3M fashion competition in aid of the Laura Lynn foundation I came 3rd place in, September, 2010! The dress is made entirely from 3M products including sandpaper, post-its, medical protective covering, bumpons, duct tape etc.

I can't believe its took me this long to put the images up....

Dress Maquette on display in the Hunt Museum, Limerick.

Creation of dress maquette as part of the 'Instruments of Perception' Exhibition and Eva at the Hunt Museum, Limerick.

This piece was inspired by the "Pink Ice' evening gown by Sybil Connolly (HML 018) and a silver-gilt chalice with enamel inserts (NGI 12042). In much the same way as the dress is a vessel for the body, the chalice is a vessel used in sacred rituals including the transubstantiation. The piece engages with the problematic relationship between fashion, the role of women in global industries which support it, and constructs of femininity. By its nature, the maquette hints at potential, the possibility of what may be rather than a definitive; this piece is intended to stimulate the viewer's imagination and provoke an opinion of both the piece and its potential. 21st Century Mantua suggests a layered approach to the observation of these areas through both the fragile and intricate design of the maquette and the multimedia accompaniment accessed through a technological interface. the audio composition uses sounds including an industrial sewing machine, scissors, zips, and applause at a fashion show, suggesting global movement and personal agitation. It was scored for double bass, viola and cello to create a sense of familiarity. "21st Century Mantua merges fashion and music into one clear message: 'What is the human sacrifice of fast fashion when quality will suffice for a lifetime, if not into another generation?" - Aoife Moriarty

Children's patterns from the 1950's

Bless my poor Gran who died three months ago. She was a genius tailor and craftswoman. Here is a small selection of the commercial patterns for children she bought in the 1950's. My first communion coat was made form one of these. I hope those of you who are good at drafting patterns find some inspiration in these!